• Job Description

  Req#: 2775
  Position Type:
  Administration/ Curriculum Services Administrator
  
  
  Date Posted:
  2/16/2024
  
  
  Location:
  Lincoln Center (Administration Offices)
  
  
  Closing Date:
  03/14/2024
  
  
  Serve as the instructional leader of Helena Public Schools that includes responsibility for the systemic implementation of the K-12 program, including standards, curriculum, instruction, and professional learning, in all elementary grade levels and for all Middle School/High School core content areas.
  Manage a cohesive learning system consistent with the district's vision, mission, strategic initiatives, and policies.
  In collaboration with the Director of Assessment, ensure effective assessment practices. Make data driven decisions and adjustments to the curriculum program.
  Establish and maintain systems, processes, and practices that ensure students are fully ready for success at their next level be it middle school, high school, post-secondary career or college.
  Develop, in collaboration with principals, instructional coaches and curriculum committee members, professional learning programs for teachers, support staff, and administrators to assist in raising the level of instructional performance and student achievement.
  Master's degree (M.A.) in educational leadership or in curriculum and instruction.
  A minimum of three years teaching experience that includes a broad based knowledge of effective instructional strategies.
  A valid teaching licensure with administrative endorsement.
  Successful experience designing and delivering professional learning, engaging a variety of stakeholders.
  Experience in the area of instructional coaching preferred.
  Experience or training in curriculum and instruction preferred.
  Knowledge and ability to become an expert on curriculum, Montana Curriculum Standards and methods of instruction for the district.
  Successful experience designing and delivering professional learning, engaging a variety of stakeholders.
  Ability to plan, organize, provide leadership, and work collaboratively with mid to large-sized teams.
  Exhibit strong interpersonal skills to create trusting and productive relationships.
  Work effectively with computer and software programs to perform the duties of the position; learn and utilize District applications.
  This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
  The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.
  Prior to employment, you must successfully complete the appropriate background check required for employment.
  Position serves a 230 day contract.
  Curriculum Director
  District Wide
  At Helena Public Schools, our vision is to foster dynamic educational experiences that prepare all students for life. As the Curriculum Director, you assure the successful development and support for a rigorous and standards-based curriculum and associated curricular resources.
  
  Some of what you will do:
  • Serve as the instructional leader of Helena Public Schools that includes responsibility for the systemic implementation of the K-12 program, including standards, curriculum, instruction, and professional learning, in all elementary grade levels and for all Middle School/High School core content areas.
  • Manage a cohesive learning system consistent with the district's vision, mission, strategic initiatives, and policies.
  • In collaboration with the Director of Assessment, ensure effective assessment practices. Make data driven decisions and adjustments to the curriculum program.
  • Establish and maintain systems, processes, and practices that ensure students are fully ready for success at their next level be it middle school, high school, post-secondary career or college.
  • Develop, in collaboration with principals, instructional coaches and curriculum committee members, professional learning programs for teachers, support staff, and administrators to assist in raising the level of instructional performance and student achievement.
  
  Who we are looking for:
  To become part of this dedicated team, you are an instructional leader committed to fostering positive education and learning environments. Qualifications include a combination of education and experience equal to:
  • Master's degree (M.A.) in educational leadership or in curriculum and instruction.
  • A minimum of three years teaching experience that includes a broad based knowledge of effective instructional strategies.
  • A valid teaching licensure with administrative endorsement.
  • Successful experience designing and delivering professional learning, engaging a variety of stakeholders.
  • Experience in the area of instructional coaching preferred.
  • Experience or training in curriculum and instruction preferred.
  Professional competencies include:
  • Knowledge and ability to become an expert on curriculum, Montana Curriculum Standards and methods of instruction for the district.
  • Successful experience designing and delivering professional learning, engaging a variety of stakeholders.
  • Ability to plan, organize, provide leadership, and work collaboratively with mid to large-sized teams.
  • Exhibit strong interpersonal skills to create trusting and productive relationships.
  • Work effectively with computer and software programs to perform the duties of the position; learn and utilize District applications.
  
  Successful candidates enjoy being mobile throughout the day to regularly interact with diverse groups and are able to balance multiple demands at the same time.
  
  How to Apply
  Complete the online application to include a cover letter, resume, copy of Montana administrative license or letter of status of licensure and college transcripts.
  
  Additionally, provide a video of three minutes or less in which you response to the following prompt:
  Why do you want to be the Curriculum Director at Helena Public Schools?
  You might include highlights of your experience, education, or other relevant details.
  The video should be in .mp4 format, and should be no larger than 1GB in size. Your video should be uploaded and sent to kmizell@helenaschools.org.
  
  First screening will occur the week of March 10, 2024.
  
  Question? Email recruit@helenaschools.org or contact Human Resources at (406) 324-2014.
  Entry Salary: $115,000.00 per year and comprehensive benefit package.
  
  Important Notes
  • This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
  • The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.
  • Prior to employment, you must successfully complete the appropriate background check required for employment.
  • Position serves a 230 day contract.
  
  The Helena School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, military status, citizenship status, culture, social origin or condition, use of lawful products while not at work, political affiliation, a mental, physical or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of a job with reasonable accommodations. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or those needing this announcement in an alternate format may email recruit@helenaschools.org or call (406) 324-2010. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Traditional Relay Service from Montana Relay .
  
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  01889 Helena High School is a public high school for grades 9 through 12 located in Helena, Montana, United States.

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